Subsea Axial Flux Motor - Proof of Concept
Lead Participant:
WALKER SUBSEA ENGINEERING LTD
Abstract
Walker Subsea Engineering are developing the next-generation _subsea electrical motor_ to deliver a step change in performance for marine technology. The new unit features **2.2x power to weight ratio** of the nearest equivalent machines and is equipped for **continuous operation in seawater** depth up to 1000m. Design and build of this machine will be SME-led in North East England, using local engineering expertise in subsea and automotive applications.
Lead Participant | Project Cost | Grant Offer |
|---|---|---|
| WALKER SUBSEA ENGINEERING LTD | £408,079 | £ 285,655 |
Participant |
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| OFFSHORE RENEWABLE ENERGY CATAPULT | £91,570 | £ 91,570 |
People |
ORCID iD |
| Vahid Walker (Project Manager) |